Manufacturing Technician - rotating Night shifts

Manufacturing Technician - 12 hour rotating Night shifts About this position

Agru America, Inc., is a global corporation which has been manufacturing plastics for over 70 years. Since 1988, Georgetown, South Carolina-based Agru America, Inc. has been the world’s leading manufacturer of plastics and geosynthestics. We are growing our team and are looking for motivated individuals.

What we offer

• Medical coverage with BCBS.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Group Life Insurance with Principal.
• As a benefit to our employees, we also offer supplemental policies with Aflac and Legal/d. These plans are voluntary and premiums are paid 100% by the employee thru payroll deduction.
• After you have worked for Agru America for 90 days, you will begin accruing vacation at a rate of 1.54 hours per week until you reach 5 years of full-time service. The accrual rate increases at 5 years of service, and 10 years of service.
• The 1st of the month following your 90th day of employment, you will be eligible to enroll in our 401k plan offered thru John Hancock.
• .Visa sponsorship may be available for the right candidate, based on role and business need
• Free Virtual Doctor appointments with Ally Health.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on machinery
• Follow production schedules and meet quality standards
• Collaborate with team members to improve production processes
• Maintain accurate records of production data and equipment maintenance
• Adhere to safety protocols and promote a safe working environment
• Assist in training new employees in manufacturing procedures
• Maintains an understanding of the different types of raw materials and the appropriate manufacturing location where they should be utilized
• Check the quality of products
• Examines, measures, and weighs materials or products
• Informs the shift supervisor about product quality problems, equipment problems and safety concerns
• Any other duties that the Company in its sole discretion may assign as needed

  Skills/Abilities Needed:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints, preferred
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime if necessary
  • Ability to troubleshoot and multitask
  • Basic mathematic skills
  • Team player who is reliable and trustworthy
  • Maintains a clean and safe work area
  • Verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

  Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; required
  • Technical degree or certification, preferred
  • Experience with 5s, preferred
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment +1 year, required
  • Experience as a machine mechanic, preferred
  • Quality control experience, preferred

  Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to frequently lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds
  • This position requires, but is not limited to, standing, walking, utilizing stairs or ladders, driving automatic forklift, climbing, squatting, stooping, twisting, bending, grabbing and grasping
  • Must be able to work in a non-controlled environment